Adrian Kempe
Swedish winger and alternate captain for the Los Angeles Kings, known for his scoring touch and versatility.
Adrian Kempe (born 13 September 1996) is a Swedish professional ice hockey player who is a right winger and alternate captain for the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League (NHL). Kempe was selected by the Kings in the first round (29th overall) of the 2014 NHL entry draft.
Quick Facts
- Draft
- 1st round (29th overall), 2014 NHL Entry Draft
Lore & Background
Kempe made his NHL debut on 16 February 2017 against the Arizona Coyotes. He recorded his first NHL point on 21 February 2017 and his first goal on 9 March 2017. In the 2021–22 season, he posted career highs of 35 goals and 54 points and participated in his first NHL All-Star Game. The following season, he became the first Kings player since Anze Kopitar to score 40 goals in a season, finishing with 41 goals.
Reader's Guide
Kempe is known for his versatility, having played both center and wing. He has been a consistent scorer for the Kings, leading the team in goals in multiple seasons. He signed an eight-year, $85 million extension on 17 November 2025 to remain with the Kings through the 2033–34 season.
Did You Know?
- Kempe's nickname is 'Kempe' or sometimes 'AK'.
- His older brother Mario also played professional ice hockey, including 12 games with the Arizona Coyotes in the 2016–17 season.
- Kempe represented Sweden at the 2018 IIHF World Championship, winning a silver medal, and at the 2024 IIHF World Championship, winning a bronze medal.
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